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L729 XLR

2005 Toyota Starlet

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

199,217 mi
Last recorded199,217 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Toyota Starlet113,079 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL729 XLR
MakeToyota
ModelStarlet
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2016 199,217 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 199,217 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 199,065 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 196,796 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 190,601 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 182,073 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 174,112 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 161,372 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 150,020 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 150,020 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 146,804 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 143,433 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 140,620 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Starlet?

Based on 379,267 MOT tests across 32,146 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
3,843
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
32,146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,266
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,965
Headlamp aim too low 7,146
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 6,989
Stop lamp not working 6,412
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L729 XLR is a 2005 Toyota Starlet in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Starlet models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 113,079 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Starlet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 19,266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L729 XLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Starlet typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota Starlet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L729 XLR registered?

L729 XLR is a 2005 Toyota Starlet, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is L729 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L729 XLR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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